In a striking open letter, over 250 medical professionals are calling on former President Donald Trump to disclose his medical records, citing “alarming characteristics of declining acuity” observed during his public appearances. This demand coincides with renewed scrutiny of Trump’s cognitive abilities, as he continues to question the mental fitness of his Democratic opponent, Vice President Kamala Harris.
The letter, published on Sunday, argues that Trump is falling “concerningly short of any standard of fitness for office.” The signatories, which include doctors, nurses, and healthcare providers, emphasize that, at nearly 80 years old, Trump should be transparent about his health, especially as he seeks to regain the presidency.
“While many older adults remain highly functional, age can come with cognitive changes that affect our ability to function well in complex settings,” the letter states. It highlights concerns about Trump’s recent behavior at rallies, where he has reportedly rambled and lashed out at perceived grievances. The doctors note that Trump had previously indicated he would “very gladly” release his medical records in August but has yet to do so.
The letter also references Trump’s controversial remarks, including a baseless claim regarding Haitian migrants in Ohio, as indicative of troubling cognitive patterns. With the stakes of the upcoming election higher than ever, the doctors assert that voters deserve to know whether Trump is fit for the presidency.
In response, Trump has dismissed concerns about his mental acuity, asserting during a recent rally that he is not cognitively impaired, while simultaneously launching a bizarre tirade that only deepened doubts about his cognitive state. He ridiculed media coverage of his cognitive state and pointed to his large rally crowds as evidence of his mental sharpness.
Meanwhile, the Harris campaign has amplified the call for transparency, reposting the doctors’ letter on social media and highlighting Harris’s own commitment to public accountability regarding her health.
NEW: Over 250 doctors and health care providers call on Trump to release his medical records
“Trump is displaying irrationality and irritability… Given his advancing age, his refusal to disclose even basic health information is a disservice to the American people” pic.twitter.com/Q8LDnaFkfL
— Kamala HQ (@KamalaHQ) October 14, 2024
As the campaign heats up, the issue of mental fitness remains a contentious topic, with both sides leveraging health concerns as part of their political strategies.
